Front Line Leader - Pulp & Primary Products (On-Site)

International Paper Company; Bogalusa (LA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

International Paper Company in Bogalusa, LA, is hiring a Front Line Leader (FLL) for Pulp/Primary Products. The role leads safety, policy implementation, and high-performance teams on a daily shift, focusing on continuous improvement and meeting internal customer requirements.

You will coach teams, manage staffing and timekeeping, and drive engagement while upholding safety standards and quality. A strong leadership background in manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Leadership ability in manufacturing with safety focus.
• Strong integrity, energy, and leadership.
• Proven ability to improve team performance safely.
• Strong oral and written communication and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Support area safety and environmental results.
• Lead facility policies and standards.
• Coach safety and conduct safety meetings.
• Coordinate high-performance team efforts.
• Communicate with team, peers, and mill leadership on issues.
• Lead team engagement and results.
• Support teams to achieve mill goals.
• Manage daily shift operations with focus on improvement.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and corrective actions.
• Hold one-to-one discussions and set expectations.
• Ensure shifts are staffed and time recorded.
• Troubleshoot operational issues.
• Meet internal customer requirements.
• Assist teammates to minimize downtime and maintain quality.
• Develop team relationships.
• Complete FLL onboarding/proficiency curriculum.
• Maintain positive leadership attitude.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College Degree Preferred

Job description

Front Line Leader- Pulp/ Primary Products

Bogalusa, LA, United States

Job Description

Position Title:

Front Line Leader (FLL) – Pulp/Primary Products

Pay Rate:

$100,000-$110,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

On-site Position

Physical Location:

401 Avenue U

Bogalusa, LA 70427

The Job You Will Perform:

Support area safety and environmental results

• Communicate and lead the application of facility policies and standards
• Coach safety in others and lead by example – hold meaningful safety meetings and observations, have active involvement in safety activities, maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Coordinate and lead efforts to support high-performance work teams
• Communicate as needed with team members, peers, and mill leadership for resolution of safety, environmental, quality, cost, production, and personnel issues
• Leadership role in ensuring team member relations, efforts, and processes are in place to maximize team member engagement and results
• Lead, provide guidance, and/or support teams as needed to achieve small team goals, daily responsibilities, and overall achievement of mill goals
• Manage daily shift operations in assigned areas and with focus on continuous improvement
• Provide feedback, coaching, support and, when necessary, take corrective measures, to ensure all team members have a positive, productive, and safe work environment
• Hold meaningful one-to-one discussions with members of all Primary Products teams; set clear expectations for both team and individuals and motivate team members to strive for success
• Ensure shifts are adequately staffed and time properly recorded
• Provide leadership to troubleshoot operational issues
• Understand and meet internal customer requirements
• Assist other team members in the mill as necessary to minimize downtime and maintain quality
• Maintain and develop team relationships
• Complete the First Line Leader (FLL) Onboarding/Proficiency Curriculum
• Maintain a positive, upbeat attitude that instills confidence in personal leadership ability

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

High School Diploma or GED

Demonstrated and successful leadership ability in a manufacturing environment, including knowledge of and leadership in manufacturing safety practices

Must have a high level of integrity, energy, and leadership ability to develop and lead others

Demonstrated and successful ability to lead and continuously improve team performance in order to work injury-free, provide a quality product, and achieve world class productivity in support of a high-performance work system

Effective oral and written communications skills with proven ability to provide positive and improvement feedback, coaching opportunities, and take corrective measures as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications:

College Degree Preferred

Excellent skills in organizing, planning, priority setting, and time management, with proven ability to adapt to sudden changes in the work environment

Ability to effectively facilitate problem solving or conflict resolution processes

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience: International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture. The Company You Will Join: International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com. International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].